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Newfield baseball makes return to sectionals

Thursday, May 21 by Ryan Gineo

Last time out on the diamond, the Newfield baseball team barely missed out on qualifying for the Section IV tournament. The Trojans’ 5-9 record left them one win shy of that magic .400 winning percentage needed to make the postseason. With most of the... Read More.

Trumansburg baseball gets set for sectionals

Monday, May 18 by Ryan Gineo

The postseason is in full swing for high school spring sports. The Section IV baseball tournament begins this week, and it’s anyone’s guess as to who will come out on top in Class C. Trumansburg is one of six state-ranked teams entering the tourney,... Read More.

Dryden baseball savors trip to Cooperstown

Monday, May 18 by Ryan Gineo

Every year, hundreds of thousands of people descend on Cooperstown to visit the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum. Just two blocks away is Doubleday Field, where not nearly as many people get the unique chance to play in such a historic venue.... Read More.

Lansing softball three-peats IAC division title

Monday, May 11 by Ryan Gineo

For most spring sports, the regular season is winding down and the postseason is about to get underway. On the softball diamond, the lone Tompkins County team heading to the playoffs is Lansing, and they’re hoping to achieve something truly special this season with... Read More.

Trumansburg tennis vastly improved with young core

Monday, May 11 by Ryan Gineo

Last season was a challenging one for the Trumansburg tennis team. Three years after winning the IAC championship, the Blue Raiders went winless. That’s all changed this time around, showing strong strides this spring. The Blue Raiders ended the regular season with a 4-4 record.... Read More.

Ithaca High softball returns varsity team to diamond

Monday, May 4 by Ryan Gineo

Entering this spring, one of the largest schools in Section IV did not field a varsity softball team for the previous three years. That’s all changed this season at Ithaca High School as the program embarks on a rebuild. Guiding the Little Red in its... Read More.

Dryden boys lacrosse embraces growth mindset with young team

Monday, April 27 by Ryan Gineo

Two years ago, a new era in Dryden boys lacrosse began with Colton Oliver taking over the program. 2024 was a resounding success as the Lions qualified for sectionals for the first time since 2017. Last season saw a slight step back as they... Read More.

Lansing tennis eyes IAC four-peat with new-look lineup

Monday, April 27 by Ryan Gineo

Spring sports have consistently been a strong suit at Lansing, and that’s especially been the case for tennis over the past few years. The Bobcats have won the last three IAC championship titles. If they want to make it four in a row, they’ll... Read More.

Groton boys golf gets Section IV title defense underway

Monday, April 20 by Ryan Gineo

It was an unforgettable 2025 season for the Groton boys golf team. The Red Hawks captured the Section IV Class D championship for the first time since 2001 after beating out Elmira Notre Dame to the title by just one stroke. With most... Read More.

Dryden outdoor track & field starts new chapter

Monday, April 20 by Ryan Gineo

The retirement of Karen Weaver last year brought an end to a 35-year run with either her or Lee Stuttle leading the Dryden track and field programs. This winter saw Jason Webb take the reins of the indoor track teams. Now in the... Read More.